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Hellen Barry Altman
Jul 12, 2026
Hellen Barry Altman, age 83, passed away July 12, 2026. She was preceded in death by her husband, Kenny and daughter, Kenna.
Hellen was formerly from Bradenton, Florida where she and her husband ran a landscape nursery. She was a retired Correctional Officer from Northeast Correctional Complex.
Those left to cherish her memory include her son, Michael; daughter-in-law, Terry; grandson,...
Barbara J Wilson
Aug 30, 2026
Barbara J. Wilson, age 91, of Mountain City, Tennessee, went home to be with the Lord Sunday, August 30, 2026. She was born March 13, 1935 to the late Herbert Hawley and Erma Weddle Hawley. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, Tommy Fred Wilson, and brothers, Russell Hawley and Denny...
Earnest Wayne Helton
Aug 27, 2026
Earnest Wayne Helton, 88, went to his Heavenly Home on August 27, 2026.
Earnest was preceded in death by his parents, Wes and Syble Helton; his brothers, Bill, Frank, Harold, and Alvis; his sisters, Jeraldine Morgan and Mona Barbrow; and his beloved wife of 58 years, Minnie Helton.
Earnest is survived by his devoted daughter, Anita Fritts (Mike); grandchildren, Heather Perkins (Nicholas)...
Dolly Parton
Aug 25, 2026
Dolly Parton, one of the most beloved and influential figures in American music, died peacefully in Nashville on August 25, 2026, at the age of 80.
Born on January 19, 1946, in the hills of East Tennessee, Parton rose from humble beginnings in the Smoky Mountains to become a global icon. Over a career spanning more than six decades, she earned...
John David "Dave" Lunceford
Aug 24, 2026
John David “Dave” Lunceford, 64, of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away on August 24, 2026.
Dave was born on June 16, 1962, in Mountain City, Tennessee, to the late Gordie and Clara Lunceford. He was a devoted husband, loving father, proud Pawpaw, brother, friend, mentor, and dedicated servant to his community.
Dave shared 43 wonderful years of marriage with his beloved wife,...
Steve Cornette
Aug 21, 2026
Steve Cornette, 79, of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away on Friday, August 21, 2026. Born on November 17, 1946, he was the son of the late Harley Marvin Cornette and Doxie Ireland Ward Cornette. Steve was preceded in death by his wife, Judy Forrester Cornette and his beloved son, Anthony Cornette.
A skilled carpenter, Steve had a remarkable talent for building...
Dr. John Jack Whitlock
Aug 16, 2026
Dr. John “Jack” Whitlock age 78 of Boone passed away August 16, 2026.
Dr. Whitlock’s medical career from graduation to the present was spent first in Mountain City, Tennessee, then in Boone, North Carolina. He never for one moment wanted to serve or live anywhere else. He was surrounded by good decent people and in one of the most beautiful places.
A...
Audrey Kay Bennett Leonard
Aug 16, 2026
Audrey Kay Bennett, a beloved daughter, mother, sister, aunt, and grandmother, passed away leaving behind a lifetime of memories that will forever remain in the hearts of those who knew and loved her.
Audrey was preceded in death by her father, Roy Bennett Sr.
Left to cherish her memories are her mother, Shirley Avery Bennett Hyder; her brother, Roy Bennett Jr.; her...
Rondull Roark
Aug 15, 2026
Rondull Roark, age 88, of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away August 15, 2026.
He is survived by his wife, Norma Jean Roark.
A private burial was held.
Online condolences and memories may be sent to the family through our website at www.huxlipfordfh.com.
Hux & Lipford Funeral Home 300 W. Main St. Mountain City, TN
Ricky Alan Palmer
Aug 14, 2026
Ricky Alan Palmer, age 40, of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away on Friday, August 14, 2026 at his residence. He was born February 23, 1986 to Robert Kiefer and Cherryl Palmer Kiefer. He was preceded in death by his son, Jayden Lott
Ricky was a plumber by trade and took great pride in his work. He was a hardworking man who...
Joe Gary Bell
Aug 7, 2026
"Love you more"
Joe Gary Bell, age 82, passed away at his residence on Thursday, August 7, 2026.
Joe was born on October 25, 1943, to the late Mattie Lee Runions Bell and William Clinton Bell.
On November 5, 1960, he married his best friend and the love of his life, Joan K. Armstrong. Together, they shared 65 beautiful years of devotion and...
Thelma Holman
Aug 3, 2026
Thelma Holman passed away on August 3, 2026, at the age of 77. Born on February 26, 1949, Thelma’s life was a testament to quiet strength, unwavering devotion to family, and steadfast kindness that touched all who knew her. Thelma was preceded in death by her husband, Albert Glenn Holman Sr., who stood by her side through life’s joys and...
Lucille Nye
Jul 31, 2026
Lucille Nye went to heaven on July 31, 2026. Born May 31, 1941, she was 85. She had a great fulfilling life, a caregiver for many years as a CNA at Mountain City Care Center and as a caregiver for family as well. Anyone that knew her loved her. She was a member of First Freewill Baptist Church. Lucille was...
Lois Elaine Westphal
Jul 29, 2026
Lois Elaine Westphal, age 68, of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away Wednesday, July 29, 2026 in Bristol Regional Medical Center. She was born May 22, 1958 to the late Gerald Barr and to Lucy Guinn Barr.
Lois was raised in Rising Sun, Maryland, and was a homemaker. Her love for flowers was a reflection of her gentle spirit, filling the...
Duane Douglas Cooley
Jul 29, 2026
Duane Douglas Cooley, age 79, of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away Wednesday, July 29, 2026. He was born November 23, 1946 to the late Josephine Taylor.
Duane enjoyed spending his free time working with his hands and had a special appreciation for muscle cars and vintage automobiles. He took pride in admiring classic vehicles and enjoyed sharing his passion with friends....
Carolyn Sue Wilson
Jul 23, 2026
Carolyn Sue Eggers Wilson (Sue), age 84, passed away at home on July 23rd, 2026. Sue grew up in Trade, Tennessee. Sue was a seamstress at the Glove plant in Mountain City for many years. When she wasn’t caretaking for others, she loved to raise a garden and cook for people. Her favorite daily activity was talking on the phone...
Janet Darlene Ashley
Jul 22, 2026
Janet Darlene Ashley, age 93 of Bristol, Virginia, passed away Wednesday, July 22, 2026 in Bristol Regional Medical Center. She was born February 22, 1933 to the late Eli Hayes and Bonnie Thompson Hayes. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Wilton Ashley; two sons, Jimmy Ashley and Roger Ashley; brohers, Clarence Hayes, Earl...
Brian Keith Bock
Jul 20, 2026
Brian Keith Bock, 58, passed away on July 20, 2026, in Gate City, Virginia.Born on February 2, 1968, Brian was the son of Robert and Ida Mae Bock. He lived a life filled with creativity, faith, music, and a deep appreciation for the outdoors.Brian was a gifted graphic artist whose talent was evident in everything he created. While he enjoyed...
Teresa Regina Campbell
Jul 19, 2026
Teresa Regina Campbell, age 63, of Butler, Tennessee, passed away Sunday, July 19, 2026 at Sycamore Shoals Hospital. She was born March 19, 1963 to the late Harold Gregg and Georgie Banner Gregg. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her beloved son, Daniel Wayne Campbell.
Teresa was a creative spirit who found joy in making jewelry,...
Angie Garland Berardi Guy
Jul 17, 2026
With heavy hearts--and more than a few smiles--we celebrate the life of Angie Garland Berardi Guy of Mountain City, Tennessee.
If you knew Angie, you knew she lived life her own way. She adored pigs, never turned down anything sweet, and somehow managed to make a Mexican casserole so memorably awful that it became part of the family's permanent history. It...
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